General Movement:
* Crash: This describes the forceful impact of a wave against the shore.
* Roll: This describes the smooth, undulating motion of a wave.
* Surge: This describes a powerful, forward-moving wave.
* Break: This describes the moment a wave collapses and forms whitewater.
* Rise: This describes the upward motion of a wave.
* Fall: This describes the downward motion of a wave.
* Wash: This describes the movement of water from a wave onto the shore.
* Sweep: This describes the movement of water from a wave across a surface.
* Subside: This describes the gradual decrease in the height of a wave.
Powerful Movement:
* Pound: This describes the forceful, repeated impact of waves.
* Batter: This describes the destructive force of waves against a surface.
* Smash: This describes the sudden, forceful impact of a wave.
* Roar: This describes the loud, echoing sound of waves crashing.
* Spit: This describes a wave projecting water or foam.
Gentle Movement:
* Lap: This describes the gentle, rhythmic movement of waves against the shore.
* Ripple: This describes small, gentle waves.
* Glimmer: This describes the sparkling reflection of light on the surface of waves.
* Sway: This describes the gentle, rocking motion of waves.
* Dance: This describes the graceful, rhythmic movement of waves.
Other:
* Foam: This describes the white, bubbly crest of a wave.
* Curl: This describes the shape of a wave as it breaks.
* Erupt: This describes a wave suddenly breaking with force.
The best verb to use will depend on the specific context and the type of wave you are describing.